Samson Go Mic Manual de usuario
Owner's Manual
Go Mic Portable USB Microphone
Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson
Go Mic portable USB Condenser Microphone.
The Go Mic is a dual-pattern studio microphone
featuring high quality onboard digital converters
and USB interface fit into an extremely
portable, fold-up design making it ideal for
professional digital recordings anywhere you are.
The integrated clip design allows you to mount
the microphone directly onto your laptop or
it can be used as a desk stand. You can even
mount the Go Mic on a standard microphone
stand with a 3/8”-19 mic stand adapter.
The Go Mic’s built-in audio interface features a robust headphone output allowing for zero
latency monitoring during your sessions. The Go Mic is perfect for recording any audio
application, from podcasting, streaming, gaming, video chatting and music recording.
Just plug in the USB cable, launch your software and start creating.
If you have any questions or comments regarding your Go Mic or any other products from
With proper care and maintenance, your Go Mic will operate trouble-free for many years.
Should your Go Mic ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be
obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be
accepted. Please visit www.samsontech.com/ra for an RA number prior to shipping your unit.
Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original
carton. If your Go Mic was purchased outside of the United States, contact your local
distributor for warranty details and service information.
Samson Go Mic
• Compact, dual pattern USB studio condenser microphone.
• The perfect portable microphone for recording on the go or from your desk.
• Excellent choice for recording voice, conferences, acoustic instruments, video
chatting and for just about any other sound source.
• Three-position polar pattern and pad switch with Cardioid and Omnidirectional
pick-up microphone patterns.
• Unique, fold up design with integral clip makes the microphone extremely portable
and ideal for most recording solutions, especially for mobile laptop recording.
• Onboard headphone output for zero-latency monitoring.
• Computer controlled analog Input Gain with Peak indicator.
• On-board, high quality A/D converters with 16-bit, 44.1/48kHz sampling rate
provide better than CD quality recording.
• USB cable and zipper carry case included.
• Compatible with most Mac and Windows based audio software.
Features
Go Mic Portable USB Microphone
Go Mic Layout
1. Windscreen – Dual stage grill protects the
capsules and helps reduce wind noise and
p-popping.
2. Mic Capsules – Two, internally shock
isolated 10mm capsules provide both
Cardioid and Omni polar patterns.
3. LED – Dual color Power/Clip LED lights
green to indicate power, and flashes red
when the input signal is clipping.
4. Mic Base and Clip – The molded zinc base
is weighted and shock isolated to provide
a sturdy solution for desktop applications.
The integral mounting clip allows the
microphone to mount on to a laptop
monitor.
5. Mic Stand Mount – A standard 3/8”-
19 Euro mount mic stand mounting
threading.
6. Headphone Input – 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
jack for connecting headphones.
7. USB – Mini-B size USB connector for
interfacing with your PC or Mac.
8. Pattern switch – Selector switch used to
set the microphone for Cardioid, Cardioid
with a 10 dB Pad, or Omni pick-up
pattern.
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Connecting to a Computer
Using the Go Mic with Windows Computers
1. From the Start Menu, open the Control Panel and select Sound. Under the Playback
and Recording tabs, select the Samson Go Mic as the audio device.
2. To adjust the gain of the microphone, click the Properties button, and then select
the Levels tab. You can view the volume level as either a percentage or in dB, by
right clicking on the number box.
3. If the microphone LED is lighting red, turn this control down until the LED no longer
flashes red.
4. In the Playback tab, select the Level tab and set the computer’s Master Volume to
100%. Use the Go Mic’s Output Level buttons to control the overall output from the
headphones or speaker.
5. To adjust the direct monitoring level in the Playback tab by moving the fader labeled
Microphone.
Using the Go Mic with Apple OSX
1. Open System Preferences from the dock or the main Apple Menu.
2. Select the Sound preference icon, choose the Input tab and select Go Mic.
3. Set the gain of the Go Mic by adjusting the Input volume slider at the bottom of the
Sound dialog box.
4. Set the Go Mic as playback volume by clicking the Output tab and select Go Mic, ad-
just the Output volume slider at the bottom of the Sound dialog box to the maximum
setting and use the Go Mic’s front panel Volume knob to control the overall output
from the headphones or speakers.
5. To turn direct monitoring on or off, open the Audio/MIDI Setup utility located in the
Utility folder inside the Applications folder. Then click the check-box in the Thru
column in Audio/MIDI Setup.
Go Mic Portable USB Microphone
Follow this simple quick start for a typical set-up to start recording.
Using the Go Mic with a computer
1. Unfold the Go Mic, press the clip in and set the microphone on the top of your
laptop screen. If you prefer, you can position the Go Mic on your desktop by using
back of the clip as a desk stand.
2. Set the Go Mic’s pattern switch. If you are recording a single person, set the switch
to the Cardioid position and be sure to face the front side, with the Samson logo. If
recording multiple subjects, set the switch to the Omni position.
3. Connect headphones to the Headphone output located on the side of the microphone.
4. Plug the mini-B (small) end of the USB cable to the Go Mic and plug the other end of the
cable into an available USB port on your computer.
5. Launch your recording software, turn down the main output level and select the Go Mic for
the input and outputs.
6. Set up a mono record track in your software.
7. Set the level of the microphone following the instructions in “Connecting to a Computer” .
8. Set the level of your headphones to a comfortable listening level by following the steps in
the section “Connecting to a Computer”.
9. Press the record button and start creating.
Quick Start
Proximity Effect
Cardioid (unidirectional) microphones, exhibit a phenomenon known as proximity effect.
Proximity effect is a resulting change in the frequency response of a microphone based on
the position of the mic capsule relative to the sound source. In general, as the microphone
moves closer to the sound source, the bass response increases.
You can also make subtle changes to the frequency response by making minor adjustment
to the position. Specifically, when you point a cardioid mic directly at the sound source
(on axis) you will get the best frequency response, however when you start pointing the
microphone slightly away (off axis) you will notice the high frequency response dropping off
and the microphone will start to sound like it has more bass and less highs.
For most vocal applications you’ll want to position the microphone directly in front of
the artist about 4 to 18 inches. This will pickup the voice while minimizing unwanted
background or ambient noise. If you are close miking vocals, and notice plosive sounds,
like p-pops, caused by plosive consonants set the microphone to a slight angle to reduce
p-popping. Slight changes to the angle of the microphone in reference to the sound
source can make some pretty amazing equalization adjustments. This can be a very useful
technique in capturing the optimum sound of drum set, acoustic guitar, piano or other
instruments in a live room or sound stage. Experimentation and experience are the best
teachers in getting good sounds, so plug in and start creating!
Go Mic Portable USB Microphone
The Go Mic is a great microphone choice for many spoken word or instrument miking
situations. Below is a brief guide on using the Go Mic in some typical applications:
Voice
Position the microphone directly in front of the artist so that the microphone grill is
approximately 4 to 18 inches away. You can use the Cardioid pattern to record a group of
vocalists by positioning them around the front of the microphone. Just remember that the
extreme sides of the microphone pick up less with less high frequency response, so have
them stand together tight, and/or move the microphone from one to two feet away from
the group to pick up more room sound. You can also set the pattern to Omni mode and
have a group of vocalist in a circle around the microphone.
Acoustic Guitar
The microphone placement will depend on the type of instrument and what kind of sound
you’re looking to capture. When miking a standard steel string acoustic, a good place to
start is with the microphone positioned and pointing towards the end of the fingerboard
at a distance of about 6” to 24” away from the instrument. You can experiment by
moving the microphone slightly in the direction of the sound hole, which will produce
more low frequencies, or move it in the direction of the fingerboard to capture more high-
end or to remove any unwanted boominess. For nylon string acoustic, start by positioning
the microphone above the bridge to emphasize more of the attack from the sound of the
finger picking, or for less, move the mic closer to the sound hole.
Applications
Applications cont’d
Piano
Several placement approaches can be used depending on the size of the piano, and the
type of sound you are looking to record. When miking a Grand Piano, (for an ambient
sound like that used in a classical recital), with the piano lid open, position the Go
Mic directly in front of the instrument at a distance five to twenty feet in front of the
instrument. For a more contemporary ensemble sound, place the Go Mic as close to or
inside the piano.
Full Band
Because of its wide frequency response and fast transient response, the Go Mic performs
outstandingly when used to capture a band’s live performance. You can position the Go
Mic on a mic stand facing the enseumble at a distance of six to twelve feet. You can
experiment with the exact placement depending on the size of the room and whether
you’re looking for an ambient or close-miked sound.
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